Concrete - Journeyman Cement Finisher

• Base Pay $40.00 - $50.00 / Year
• Employee Type FT - Regular (Non Exempt)

Others leave their mark on Hawai?i for generations.

At Alpha Inc., we’re looking for a Journeyman Cement Finisher I who takes pride in craftsmanship, understands that details matter, and believes every slab, curb, sidewalk, and structure reflects the quality of the person behind the tools.

This is not a position for someone looking to simply punch a clock. We're looking for a skilled finisher who wants to grow their craft, contribute to high-impact projects, and be part of a team that's helping build Hawai?i's future.

If you're committed to quality, take ownership of your work, and want to develop into a top-tier concrete professional, keep reading.

Alpha Inc. is one of Hawai?i's leading heavy civil construction, concrete, renewable energy, drilling, and infrastructure companies. We take on projects that strengthen communities, improve critical infrastructure, and leave a lasting impact across the islands.

Everything we do is guided by our Core Values:

We treat people with respect, prioritize safety, and support one another on and off the jobsite.

Great projects aren't built alone. We work as one team, combining our talents to achieve exceptional results.

We own our responsibilities, embrace challenges, and pursue excellence in everything we do.

These aren't words on a wall—they're expectations for how we show up every day.

As a Journeyman Cement Finisher I, you'll play a direct role in delivering the quality, appearance, and durability our clients expect.

You'll perform core finishing operations while developing greater independence, technical expertise, and understanding of project execution. Working under the guidance of experienced foremen and superintendents, you'll help ensure every concrete placement meets Alpha's standards for safety, precision, and craftsmanship.

Success in this role means consistently producing quality work, understanding finishing timing and grade requirements, and continuing to develop toward advanced journeyman proficiency.

At Alpha, safety isn't a program—it's a value.

You'll:

• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and jobsite procedures.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and hazard assessments.
• Maintain awareness of site conditions and finishing-related hazards.
• Perform work according to project specifications and quality standards.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns or field conflicts proactively.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

You'll help transform fresh concrete into finished work that stands the test of time.

Responsibilities include:

• Rodding and leveling freshly placed concrete to required grades and tolerances.
• Edging and jointing sidewalks, curbs, gutters, slabs, and flatwork.
• Performing floating, troweling, brooming, and texturing operations.
• Recognizing proper finishing timing and concrete set characteristics.
• Assisting with curing and protection of finished concrete surfaces.
• Maintaining consistent quality while meeting production goals.
• Safely operating and maintaining finishing tools and equipment.

You'll continue building the technical knowledge required to become a highly skilled concrete professional.

You'll:

• Read and interpret basic construction plans and specifications.
• Understand elevations, slopes, dimensions, and finish requirements.
• Work from grade stakes, benchmarks, and layout references.
• Verify work meets specified grades and dimensional requirements.
• Communicate discrepancies or field issues to supervisors.
• Develop a broader understanding of project sequencing and pour planning.

Great finishers make the entire crew better.

You'll:

• Follow daily work plans and communicate effectively with supervisors.
• Coordinate with laborers, carpenters, operators, and fellow finishers.
• Support efficient workflow during placement and finishing operations.
• Help prepare tools, equipment, and materials for daily production.
• Contribute to a positive, productive team culture.
• Perform…